Recombinant DNA : Genes and Genomes - a Short Course （3TH）

Watson, James D./ Caudy, Amy A./ Myers, Richard M./ Witkowski, Jan

W H Freeman & Co（2006/12発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 474 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780716728665
• DDC分類 660.65

Full Description

This is the authoritative introduction to the concepts and techniques of recombinant DNA research and their dramatic results. The book explores core concepts in molecular biology in a contemporary inquiry-based context, building its coverage around the landmark experiments that redefined our understanding of DNA. As a result, students learn how working scientists make real high-impact discoveries. Included are chapters on applications to human diseases, cancer, and forensics.

Contents

Foundations of DNA.- Overview.- DNA is the Primary Genetic Material.- From DNA to Protein.- Basics of Gene Expression.- Basic Tools of Recombinant DNA.- Fundamental Features of Genes.- Getting DNA into Cells and Organisms.- Moveable Elements.- Epigenetics.- RNAi.- Foundations of Genomics.- Overview.- Sequencing a Small Genome.- How the Human Genome was Sequenced.- Analyzing Genomes.- Overview.- Sequence Analysis.- Genome-wide Functional Analysis.- Genomic Approaches to Human Biology.- Hunting Human Disease Genes.- Cancer Genomics.- DNA and Justice.